--- "Mcewen, Brian T" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Which is tougher (or a bigger "adjustment to training" as was posted); a
> 1500/5000m runner or Steepler adjusting "up" to the 12k distance ... OR
> A MARATHONER adjusting "down" ?
I think moving up is tougher for most people, especially when it's 4-8x
the distance. Moving down significantly in distance may make the speed
seem harsh, but at least you can run the whole thing at a steady clip.
Also, I would venture to guess that the training of many 12k and marathon
types is very similar.
> The discussion wasn't whether the 4k distance suits the 1500m runners or
> Steeplers BETTER ... of course a 4k race would suit them better.
Sure it was. If it suits them better, then they are more likely to run
it, which is exactly what the discussion was about.
Dan
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